{"product_id":"cci-wb-retarder-water-base-1-quart","title":"CCI WB Retarder-Water Base - 1 Quart","description":"\u003csection class=\"spsi-product-copy\" aria-label=\"Product Description\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-product-card\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"spsi-title\"\u003e\n      Professional water-based screen printing ink additive formulated to slow ink drying, extend screen open time, and help prevent water-based inks from drying in the mesh during production.\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"spsi-subtitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eCCI WB Retarder – Water Base\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialty screen printing additive designed to slow the drying rate of water-based inks during production. Water-based inks can begin drying quickly when exposed to air, particularly during longer print runs, production pauses, or warm and dry shop conditions. Adding WB Retarder helps extend working time and keeps the ink more manageable on press.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        By reducing premature drying, WB Retarder helps \u003cstrong\u003eextend screen open time and minimize ink drying in the mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e. This can be especially beneficial when printing detailed artwork, fine mesh counts, or jobs where maintaining open image areas is critical for consistent ink transfer and print quality.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        WB Retarder can also help improve production efficiency by reducing interruptions associated with clogged image areas and dried ink buildup. Maintaining better ink flow through the screen allows operators to spend more time printing and less time stopping to clean or reopen the mesh.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Designed for professional water-based screen printing applications, \u003cstrong\u003eCCI WB Retarder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a practical pressroom additive for printers who need additional working time from their water-based ink system. The amount required can vary depending on the ink, environmental conditions, mesh, artwork, and production requirements. Always follow CCI's current technical recommendations and the ink manufacturer's guidelines when determining addition rates and compatibility.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion\"\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Features --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"spsi-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFormulated for water-based screen printing ink systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps slow premature ink drying during production\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExtends screen open time\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps prevent water-based ink from drying in the screen mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSupports more consistent ink flow and transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps reduce screen clogging during longer production runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUseful during production pauses and challenging environmental conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCan help reduce press interruptions caused by dried ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for professional textile screen printing environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eConvenient additive for adjusting the working characteristics of compatible water-based inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Specifications --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content spsi-specs\"\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eCCI – Chemical Consultants, Inc.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eWB Retarder – Water Base\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eWater-Based Ink Retarder \/ Additive\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eScreen Printing\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eInk Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eWater-Based Screen Printing Inks\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003ePrimary Function\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eSlows Ink Drying\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eSecondary Function\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eExtends Screen Open Time\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eUse\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eAdditive for Compatible Water-Based Ink Systems\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eIndustry\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eTextile Screen Printing \/ Garment Decoration\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eApplication Method\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eMix into Compatible Water-Based Ink as Directed\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Usage Tips --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eUsage Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"spsi-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMix WB Retarder thoroughly into the water-based ink before printing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUse only the amount necessary to achieve the desired increase in working and screen open time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFollow CCI's recommended addition rates and the ink manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive addition, as too much retarder may affect drying and curing performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eKeep water-based ink moving during production and avoid allowing ink to sit unnecessarily in open mesh areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eReturn ink to the image area during production pauses to help prevent drying in the screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMonitor shop temperature, humidity, and airflow, as environmental conditions can significantly affect water-based ink drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePerform a production test when using WB Retarder with a new ink system or application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eVerify that the finished print is completely dried or cured according to the ink manufacturer's specifications before handling or washing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Data Sheets --\u003e\n      \u003c!--\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eData Sheets\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"spsi-datasheet-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"spsi-datasheet-link\"\u003e\n              \u003cspan\u003e📄\u003c\/span\u003e Technical Data Sheet\n            \u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"spsi-datasheet-link\"\u003e\n              \u003cspan\u003e📄\u003c\/span\u003e Safety Data Sheet\n            \u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      --\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-brand-logo\" style=\"text-align:left; margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/CCI-logo_480x480.gif?v=1657306480\" alt=\"CCI Logo\" style=\"max-width:200px;height:auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-footer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Questions? Need help selecting the right water-based ink additive, retarder, or screen printing supplies?\n        \u003cstrong\u003eFeel free to live chat with us if you have any questions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Chemical Consultants (CCI)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44351083511988,"sku":"CCI-WB-RETARDER-Q","price":14.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/CCI_wb-retarder_1_gallon_486054b1-5b32-4fee-ac97-e3d953ea65ba.png?v=1787262173","url":"https:\/\/spsi.com\/products\/cci-wb-retarder-water-base-1-quart","provider":"SPSI Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}